Biological, psychological, spiritual, environmental, and social factors influence our experience of pain.

Connecting healthcare professionals, scientists, researchers, policymakers, and people with lived experience through evidence-based education. A multidisciplinary approach to education drives scientific advancement and will revolutionize access and care for those living with chronic pain.

Advancing Pain Education

The Canadian Pain Society is committed to providing Canadians with pain management strategies, the latest research, and support services.

Delivering educational opportunities such as conferences, webinars, workshops, and more that are available to members and non-members alike. These educational opportunities provide individuals with access to evidence-based information on pain management and treatment options as well as resources for living with chronic pain.

Our Upcoming Events

National Pain Rounds

A discussion between scientists, health professionals, educators, and pain advocates on a myriad of topics related to chronic pain. Offering a platform for innovative minds to bring forward inspiring ideas and discover solutions to help you in your practice.

Join the conversation on the last Friday of every month from 1200h-1300h EST.

2024 Art Awards

Created to better understand pain through an artistic lens. With a new theme each year, we showcase submitted artwork from a variety of mediums to promote scientific curiosity and build a gallery of artwork related to pain.

Showcase your Art

Review Previous Meeting Agendas

Interested in what the Canadian Pain Society has to offer? Browse our brochures from events past and explore our distinguished speakers and the variety of topics we cover.

Previous Agendas

Upcoming Events

Fri, Oct 25
Physiotherapy: Leading Action Towards Better Pain Management and Rehabilitation
Virtual
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Oct 25, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EDT
Virtual
National Pain Rounds
Fri, Oct 25
The Role of Inflammation in Development of Chronic Post Surgical Pain (Less is Not Always Better)
Virtual
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Oct 25, 2024, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. EDT
Virtual
Open to learners in the field of pain medicine, sessions will enhance medical education by promoting standardized pain management practices, fostering collaboration among those practicing pain medicine, and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based pain assessments and treatment practices.
Mon, Nov 04
CALiPER Rounds
Virtual
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Nov 04, 2024, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. EST
Virtual
CALiPER Rounds (Critical Appraisal of Literature in Pain Evaluation Rounds)
Fri, Nov 29
Exploring Daily Fluctuations in Pain Experience – The CircaPain Project
Virtual
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Nov 29, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. EST
Virtual
National Pain Rounds
Mon, Jan 06
CALiPER Rounds
Virtual
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Jan 06, 2025, 4:40 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. EST
Virtual
CALiPER Rounds (Critical Appraisal of Literature in Pain Evaluation Rounds)
Fri, Feb 28
National Pain Rounds for Trainees
Virtual
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Feb 28, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. EST
Virtual
Open to learners in the field of pain medicine, sessions will enhance medical education by promoting standardized pain management practices, fostering collaboration among those practicing pain medicine, and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based pain assessments and treatment practices.
Mon, Mar 03
CALiPER Rounds
Virtual
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Mar 03, 2025, 4:40 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. EST
Virtual
CALiPER Rounds (Critical Appraisal of Literature in Pain Evaluation Rounds)
Fri, Apr 25
National Pain Rounds for Trainees
Virtual
Register
Apr 25, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. EDT
Virtual
Open to learners in the field of pain medicine, sessions will enhance medical education by promoting standardized pain management practices, fostering collaboration among those practicing pain medicine, and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based pain assessments and treatment practices.
Mon, May 05
CALiPER Rounds
Virtual
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May 05, 2025, 4:40 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. EDT
Virtual
CALiPER Rounds (Critical Appraisal of Literature in Pain Evaluation Rounds)
Fri, Jun 20
National Pain Rounds for Trainees
Virtual
Register
Jun 20, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. EDT
Virtual
Open to learners in the field of pain medicine, sessions will enhance medical education by promoting standardized pain management practices, fostering collaboration among those practicing pain medicine, and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based pain assessments and treatment practices.
Mon, Jul 07
CALiPER Rounds
Virtual
Register
Jul 07, 2025, 4:40 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. EDT
Virtual
CALiPER Rounds (Critical Appraisal of Literature in Pain Evaluation Rounds)

May 1 — 4, 2025 at Victoria College, Toronto

2025 Annual Scientific Meeting

A unique opportunity for researchers, healthcare professionals and trainees to collaborate and connect through the latest advancements in pain mechanisms, evaluation, and management.

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